Arrival & setup
The team prepares the dinosaurs, fossils, sound and activity stations.
The Jurassic School Experience
Bring Prehistoric Learning to Life at Your School
A thrilling, hands-on dinosaur and fossil experience for preschool and Foundation Phase learners—presented in English and suitable for both English and Afrikaans learners.
Cape Town bookings: 1–30 March and 1 October–30 November. Popular dates book early.
2019Established
100+School visits
5,000+Learners reached
130Learners per day
One complete experience
Dinosaurs. Discovery. A fossil to keep.
Jurassic Adventures brings prehistoric learning to life through realistic dinosaurs, interactive education, music, movement, fossil excavation and fossil making.
The content is adapted to the age of the learners: gentle, movement-rich fun for younger children and deeper exploration of dinosaurs, fossils, prehistoric life and extinction for older Foundation Phase learners.
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How the day unfolds
Easy for schools. Unforgettable for learners.
One-hour Jurassic show
Ranger Ron introduces prehistoric life, fossils, diets and extinction before learners meet the dinosaurs.
Meet Toasty & Ruby
Learners meet the T-Rex and Raptor, followed by class photographs.
Activity rotations
Every learner completes fossil excavation and fossil making.
Fossils to keep
Completed fossils go home and can be painted in class the next day.
Example schedule
A typical day for 100 learners
Times are a practical guide and can be adjusted around the school timetable, learner numbers and venue.
Team arrival
Check in and unload equipment.
Setup
Prepare the stage, dinosaurs, sound, fossils and activity stations.
Jurassic show
The one-hour presentation, dinosaur encounters and class photographs.
Group changeover
Learners are divided into four manageable classes.
Classes 1 & 2
One class makes fossils while the other completes the fossil dig.
Classes 1 & 2 swap
Each class completes its second 30-minute activity.
Classes 3 & 4
Fossil making and fossil excavation run simultaneously.
Classes 3 & 4 swap
Both classes complete their second activity.
Fossil preparation
The team presses out the fossils, prepares them for learners and packs away.
Inside the experience
Real moments from school visits
Educational value
Learning that stays with them
A lively experiential-learning day supporting curiosity, classroom discussion and Foundation Phase themes.
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Fossils & imprints
Explore trace fossils, body fossils and replica dinosaur remains.
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Natural Sciences
Build knowledge of dinosaurs, prehistoric life, diets and extinction.
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Hands-on learning
Develop fine-motor and sensory engagement through making and excavation.
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Participation
Practise listening, following instructions, sharing and cooperation.
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Music & movement
Learn through dinosaur impressions, movement and the Jurassic Adventures song.
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Extended learning
Paint the fossil in class and request comprehension worksheets.
Trusted across Cape Town
More than 100 successful school visits
Jurassic Adventures has visited leading independent, public, Montessori and preschool institutions across Cape Town.
BishopsRustenburg Girls’ Junior SchoolRondebosch Boys’ PreparatoryReddam House DurbanvilleHerzlia SchoolsThe Grove PrimarySweet Valley PrimaryKenridge PrimarySun Valley PrimaryCannons Creek Independent SchoolZenith MontessoriParklands College
Schools listed are previous visit locations and are not presented as endorsements or sponsors.
Simple school pricing
School visits from R105 per learner
Final pricing depends on learner numbers, location and logistical requirements.
- Teachers attend free
- Minimum R4,950 below 50 learners
- Special rates above 200 learners
- Cape Town travel included
- Payment by EFT or cash on visit day
Questions from schools
Everything you need to plan with confidence
What ages is the experience suitable for?
Children from approximately three years old through Grade 3, including the full Foundation Phase.
Is it suitable for nervous younger children?
Yes. The trained team makes the dinosaurs calm and gentle around younger or nervous learners, while older confident groups can enjoy more energetic interaction.
Is the programme suitable for English and Afrikaans learners?
Yes. The programme is presented in English and is suitable for both English and Afrikaans learners. Afrikaans schools have enjoyed the experience and their learners follow the presentation well, helped by their familiarity with English through television and other media.
How many learners can attend?
Up to approximately 130 learners can usually take part in one day. Larger schools can be divided over multiple days.
How long does the experience take?
A standard visit generally runs from about 7:30 to 13:00. Exact timing depends on learner numbers, rotations, venue and school logistics.
Dates are limited
Ready to bring dinosaurs to your school?
Tell us about your learners and preferred dates. We’ll check availability and prepare a quotation for your school.
Enquire About a Visit